Fire marshals are investigating a fire that severely damage the Locker Room Tavern in White Center.
The Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority responded to the fire after dispatchers received a 911 call around 5:00 a.m. Wednesday. As firefighters began clearing the scene, employees were escorted inside to see the damages from a safe distance. Staff said from what they could see some of the interior walls were damaged and a freezer was destroyed.
Richard McKenzie, the morning bartender, said he was stunned watching the large flames when he showed up for work.
"I get here about five minutes before 5:00 A.M., that’s when I start my shift. And I just see everything up in flames, smoke billowing out right here and I was just shocked and overwhelmed," said McKenzie.